Senior Graphic Designer

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

As our Senior Graphic Designer, you’ll play a key role in bringing brands to life through compelling designs across print, packaging, signage, presentations, and more. Partnering closely with both our Account and Design teams, you’ll conceptualize fresh creative approaches and develop design systems that elevate multi-channel marketing and fixturing campaigns. From sketching and storytelling to content strategy and presentation, this role balances creativity with precision—delivering exceptional design work on time, every time.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you have:

• prior experience in advertising, graphic design, marketing, or the retail industry
• 10+ years of professional design experience supported by a strong, comprehensive portfolio
• a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Design, Art, Marketing, or a related field

On top of that you must be able to:

• demonstrate mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
• be self-motivated, quick to learn, and proactive in identifying client and corporate needs
• work independently with confidence—making sound decisions and solving problems effectively and creatively
• communicate clearly and collaborate well while bringing strong problem-solving and workflow management skills
• organize information with precision and maintain exceptional attention to detail
• apply advanced understanding of design theory, methodology, and spatial visualization
• bring expertise in materials and retail space visualization
• leverage experience with planograms, store maps, and merchandising strategies

In this position you'll:

• visualize the broader scope and translate concepts into precise tactics that align with creative briefs, marketing strategies, and budget constraints
• approach solutions from both a customer and merchant perspective, delivering on business needs without compromising creative vision
• maintain a high level of creative taste, constantly seeking new inspiration and innovative design solutions
• own projects from concept to completion—including ideation, design, and execution
• manage multiple projects at once, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• collaborate in whiteboarding sessions, design reviews, and client presentations
• solicit and incorporate precise, actionable feedback by asking clear, direct questions
• produce final design deliverables, including press-ready print files and occasional custom die lines
• continuously refine design aesthetics and techniques to exceed industry standards and stay at the forefront of trends
• take on miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested by management

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 900-person visual merchandising company.
• We are 100% employee-owned.
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN.

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

• Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview:

The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned
• 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
• We have fun!

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence, and are interested in joining the TBG team, please click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Thanks!

The Bernard Group, Inc.